What speed can a lion reach when charging?
A lion is deceptively fast over a short distance. Claims of up to 80 km/h have been made but not yet proven. This seems rather fast for an animal the size of a lion with its relatively short legs and bulky body. Shorter sprints of 40 to 60 km/h would be more realistic.
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What is the normal life span of a lion?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions scavenge?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
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When do young lions become independent?
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What is the size of the average lion litter?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Can lions swim?
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Do lions communicate well?
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Are lions cannibalistic?
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Are young adults expelled from the pride?
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